Aba supporters laud Flying Eagles’ win against Tunisia
By Nicholas Obisike
Some football supporters in Aba have lauded the Flying Eagles of Nigeria`s 1-0 win against the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia and called for injection of creative midfielders into the team.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Auwal Ibrahim’s goal in the 38th minute separated the two teams in the ongoing under-20 AFCON match played inside, 30 June Stadium, Cairo, Egypt on Thursday.
Some supporters, who spoke to NAN on Friday, lauded the team and observed that the team still needs improvement in some departments.
Emeka Maduakolam urged the technical crew to work more on the defence, noting that the department was frequently exposed in the match against Tunisia.
“Throughout the match, Nigeria’s defence was frequently exposed especially, during transitions and wide attacks and their positioning left gaps that Tunisia attempted to exploit.
“The defensive frailty if not addressed, could cost Nigeria dearly against more clinical opposition as future matches demand better tactical awareness,” he said.
Ikechukwu Uche said that Nigeria’s wing play lacks penetration and urgency because the wingers were unable to stretch the Tunisian defence or deliver dangerous balls into the box consistently.
Uche called for pacy and technically gifted wide players, who can beat defenders, create space in tight situations and inject youthful speed and flair on the flanks.
Mary Udoka observed that Nigeria’s transitions were slowed down by excessive touches and indecision from the players.
She urged the team to adopt a more direct and quick transition style.
“Flying Eagles must reduce time on the ball, increase forward momentum as speed in execution is crucial in modern football, especially when breaking down compact defences,” she advised.
Celestine Maduka called for more creativity in the midfield, noting that the midfielders struggled to assert control or effectively distribute the ball.
“Lack of fluidity limited Flying Eagles attacking chances and isolated the forwards, we need more imaginative and dynamic midfielders capable of quick passes and vision,” Maduka said.
NAN reports that the Eagles are the most successful Youth team in Africa, having won the title a record 7 times in 1983,1985, 1987 and 1989 (four times consecutively), 2005, 2011 and 2015. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Joseph Edeh
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